Welcome to the Grooming Salon at Ludwig's Corner Veterinary Hospital

Every animal needs to be groomed as part of a healthy hygiene routine. Regular grooming can avoid concerns such as fleas and ticks, painful matting, skin disorders, and other conditions that may go unseen.

Dog Grooming in Chester Springs, PA and Surrounding Areas

At Ludwigs Corner Veterinary Hospital the grooming for your pet includes a bath, clip, toenail trimming and ear cleaning. If your pet has a special need such as anal gland expression or teeth brushing, please let us know.

The best way for us to know what style you want for your pet is by showing us a picture. We have several books and posters to show you different styles, but if you find a great picture of your dog or your dog’s breed please share it with us!

Regular bathing keeps your pet’s coat clean and fresh! If bathing your dog or cat at home, be sure to use a shampoo made for pets, the shampoos made for people have pH levels that can be harmful to your pet’s skin and coat.

Toenail trimming and ear cleaning should be done at least once a month. We’d be happy to show you the proper technique; we don’t want you or your pet to be accidentally injured.

We carry products for all types of hair and coats. Please ask us which shampoo, comb or brush is right for your pet. Brushing your pet between grooming visits is very important. Brushing helps reduce shedding and fur matting. A mat on your dog or cat’s fur can be painful if close to the skin and can start to affect the muscle underneath if left untreated.

Mats are painful for your pet. Be sure to brush your pet regularly! Unlike popular belief, shaving your dog in the warm weather does not cool them. Breeds, such as Golden Retrievers and Huskies, have thick fur and are naturally insulated; these dogs keep their temperature regulated under normal conditions. The only time shaving is necessary is if the animal has severe matting or the owner is not able to brush them due to temperament. Some breeds like Poodles and Shih Tzus get clipped very short, but not shaved down to the skin. Dogs can get sunburn just as people can.

Puppies as young as 12 weeks are welcome to come in to meet Veronique and get used to being on a grooming table, being bathed and brushed, and having their nails trimmed. The first puppy haircut depends on the breed but normally puppies start being groomed around 16 weeks. Remember shorthaired dogs need grooming too! We have professional equipment to remove your dog’s undercoat. This drastically reduces how much your shorthaired dog will shed. All dogs that visit the Grooming Salon need to be current on rabies, distemper and kennel cough vaccines. We also strongly recommend a canine influenza vaccine because your dog will be in close proximity to others.

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Rufus despite being in pain and "yelping" the entire time, his issue was diagnosed and is doing 95% better today.

His temporary trauma was relieved by affection and biscuits from the staff. I am sure he will be happy again when he comes for his next visit not remembering the painful exam on this visit.

~ Beth K

Every time I'm there, I have a very good experience for being at the vet with my sick dog that has bad allergies and is up in age with other fun issues. I appreciate the time Dr. Hennessey takes with my dog, Molly, and how she's very thorough with her explanations of everything.

~ Melanie

Excellent care and concern from everyone at the office. Scheduled teeth cleaning with xray. Possible some extractions. Everyone made it clear what was going to take place and kept me informed with the process and decisions that needed to made. I trust this office and all of its staff. Thank you for being caring and competent.

~ Jenny

Another great appointment with Dr Hennesey! She took time to answer all my questions, explained my dog's test results and necessary meds, and was especially compassionate with my fearful dog - she did everything she could to make him feel safe and relaxed. We couldn't be happier with the care and kindness we always get from Dr H and the entire Ludwigs staff!

~ Deb

Aviva and Teresa were wonderful. It is so nice when people can reinforce what you need to order your pet. They were so pleasant and polite. It was a delightful experience working with them.